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Morocco: Heatwave Causes 21 Deaths
Location:
Kasba Tadla, Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco, Morocco, Maghreb
Incident Date:
July 25, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.50
Deaths:
21
Fatalities type:
- Civilian
Summary:
A heatwave in Morocco resulted in 21 deaths in Beni Mellal over 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health. The heatwave, with temperatures reaching 48.3°C, affected several areas from Monday to Wednesday. Most victims were elderly or had chronic illnesses. The government has implemented measures to mitigate the heat's impact, including setting up health facility shifts and mobilizing healthcare professionals. The temperature peaked at 48.3°C in Kasba Tadla and broke records in Ifrane. [...]
Morocco Heatwave: 21 Deaths Reported in Beni Mellal Regional Hospital
Location:
Beni Mellal, Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco, Morocco, Maghreb
Incident Date:
July 24, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
3.00
Deaths:
21
Fatalities type:
- Civilian
Summary:
As of 24 July 2024, the regional hospital in Beni Mellal recorded 21 deaths, with four occurring outside the prison walls and 17 within. Most of the deceased were elderly or had chronic diseases, and their health deteriorated due to high summer temperatures. The Regional Directorate for Health and Social Welfare in Béni Mellal-Khénifra has launched an investigation to understand the circumstances of these tragedies.
The department issued a statement following media reports of sudden [...]